I purchased this for use at the rifle range and I was looking for a good balance of size, price, and performance. Based on my initial use, this model seems to fit the bill.
It is relatively small compared to other spotting scopes I have looked at and fits easily in my range bag using the soft cover. The included hard case makes the item much larger, but obviously offers better protection. Both the soft and hard cases are rather cheap, but they work. The 36x focal length and 50mm objective seem to be enough for shooting up to 200 yards in daylight conditions. I haven't tested it in cloudy or low-light conditions and my rifle range doesn't go past 200 yards. If you are going to use it in low-light or at significantly longer distances, you may want more focal length and a larger objective, but the tradeoff will be size and price for similar performance.
The price seems to put this model above the budget models and well below the higher-end models... which is what I was looking for... I just need to see bullet holes in targets, I am not concerned about seeing all of the fine details in wildlife, etc. The optics are what I expected at this price, the build quality seems good (time will tell), and the adjustment knobs are smooth. The tripod is very cheap and made of thin metal, however, it does its job, seems plenty durable, and I actually like how small it folds up since size was a big part of my decision. If you need a fancier tripod, you can buy that separate.
Overall, I recommend this model to anyone looking for a high value.
| Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 18.39 x 9.57 x 6.85 inches |
|---|---|
| Package Weight | 3.25 Kilograms |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 18.1 x 6.9 x 9.6 inches |
| Item Weight | 30.9 Ounces |
| Brand Name | Bushnell |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Warranty Description | Manufacturer warranty |
| Model Name | 783618 |
| Color | Black |
| Material | Other |
| Suggested Users | unisex-adult |
| Number of Items | 4 |
| Manufacturer | Bushnell |
| Part Number | BN783618 |
| Model Year | 2017 |
| Included Components | Hunting, Airsoft and Paintball;Spotting Scopes;spotting-scopes |
| Size | One Size |
| Sport Type | All |
